The potential difference across the ends of a conductor is $(50 \pm 3) \text{ V}$ and the current through it is $(5 \pm 0.1) \text{ A}$. The percentage error in the measurement of resistance of the conductor is (in $\%$)

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $4$
  • C
    $8$
  • D
    $6$

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